Medical Assistant Apprentice - Full Time - Primary Care

Building Location: West Fargo Clinic Department: 3341800 FAMILY PRACTICE - WF Job Description: Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or CMA Apprentice to serve in the family practice at our West Fargo Clinic in West Fargo, North Dakota. This employee works 7:45 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required. Education Qualifications: Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent. LPN/CMA: Education as required for licensure. About Essentia Health: We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: LPN or Medical Assistant ($21.72-$32.58 based on experience): Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category. Medical Assistant Apprentice ($19.00 Flat Rate): Under the guidance of a Certified Medial Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor works at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category. Upon graduation of the apprentice program, wage will increase to $21.72 hourly. Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits: Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accounts Dental and Vision insurances Supplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity Paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year Paid parental leave after one year Adoption assistance after one year Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees) All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits: Take Charge (employee wellness program) Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling) Employee discount program 401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth) 401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements) Licensure/Certification Qualifications: LPN: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Dakota upon hire. LPN: Minnesota LPN license required within 3 months of hire. CMA: Current registration or certification as a Medical Assistant OR verifiable completion of a Medical Assistant Program and must become certified within one year of date of hire. Must pass certification within two attempts. CMA: Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing within 60 days of hire/transfer. Clinical Assistant can NOT administer medication prior to being registered as a MAIII through the ND BON Apprentice: Must enroll in the In-Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program (ICATAP) advancing through learning modules every 3 months for 12 months as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Apprentice: Upon completion of the ICATAP apprentice program, CCMA Board Certification is required within 12 months of completing the apprentice education program and meeting the on the job hours requirement All: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire. FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Shift Start Time: 7:45 am Shift End Time: 5:00 pm Weekends: No Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $21.72 - $32.58 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.